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Child Hospitalized After Accidental Gun Misfire During Cleaning in Fort Worth

Investigators are examining the misfire that sent a ricocheted bullet into a child’s home with no charges determined yet.

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Overview

  • The shooting occurred at about 6:54 p.m. Sunday in the 3600 block of Ada Avenue in Fort Worth, Texas.
  • Police say a family member was cleaning the firearm when it unexpectedly discharged and the bullet ricocheted into the home.
  • A relative transported the injured child to a local hospital before officers arrived on the scene.
  • Medical authorities report the child is in stable condition and is expected to make a full recovery.
  • The Fort Worth Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances with no announcement yet on potential charges.